Hearing Thursday On School Budget Proposal

BERLIN — The proposed 1997-98 school budget will be discussed at a public hearing Thursday in the board of education meeting room at town hall.

Residents are encouraged to ask questions and comment on the proposed budget during the 7 p.m. session.

Under the proposal, education spending would increase next year by about 5 percent. Additional staff is requested at McGee Middle School and Berlin High School to accommodate an increase in enrollment.

The superintendent is also requesting $115,000 to upgrade the central office computer system.